Monday, March 17, 2008

Hi-Fi World, April 2008


Historically Speaking, Part 2
Exploration of loudspeaker design history with a look at electrostatic, ribbon and planar designs.

Future Sounds
Despite the early claims for Compact Disc, it wasn't long before people wanted better. So far there have been several attempts, from SACD to HD DVD.

Electrocompaniet PC-1/PI-2
Electrocompaniet is an illustrious name in high end hi-fi, but one whose star has recently faded. Now though, the new Prelude PC-1 and PI-2 CD player/integrated amplifier puts it right back on the map.

Icon Audio MB90 Power Amplifier
One brand that's put itself on the audiophile map of late is Icon Audio -- gaining a reputation for affordable, high quality hardware. The latest version of the MB90 monoblock power amplifiers are glowing examples.

PMC OB1i Loudspeaker
Can pro audio brand PMC deliver big studio sound with the new "i" upgrade to their established favourites, the OB1?

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